Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
PERSONAL DETAILS
References
Timeline
Generic

Thabile Rosemary Khame

Johannesburg

Summary

National Diploma: Public Administration (NQF 6). Seasoned Supply Chain & Procurement professional with 17+ years’ experience at first line management level (Assistant Director). Have sound knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA, Supply Chain Management processes and Treasury Regulations. Have a strong, solid Supply Chain Management background.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director: Governance Monitoring and Compliance (GMC)SCM

National Treasury
07.2016 - Current
  • Implementation of the Governance Framework (Conducting workshops/information sessions on SCM practices) Procurement Plan Monitoring;
  • Assessment of procurement plan reporting (actual vs planned); 10 Procurement Plans per Directorate per quarter;
  • Support Plan – 1 institution supported per DD/ASD per quarter (access into organs of state; forums for information dissemination);
  • Site/Project/SCM engagement visits (virtual/physical) to verify contractual obligations;
  • Assessment of uniformity/standards on SCM practices and implementation of Instruction Note 3 (IN3);
  • Participation in SCM forums/information sessions/workshops to promote governance and uniformity;
  • Participation in the development of SCM GMC SOPs;
  • Review of applications: condonations, restrictions, complaints, and support on media queries;
  • Publication of procurement plans, deviations, and contract expansions;
  • Collaboration/mediation with AGSA on audit findings and implementation of dispute resolution mechanisms;
  • Contribution to ICT reconfiguration and implementation of SCM tools (including participation in OCPO Business Process Project);
  • Implementation of daily tracking tool and other innovative reporting tools.
  • Improved project outcomes, meticulously planning and monitoring project phases to ensure timely completion.

Assistant Director: SCM Norms & Standards

National Treasury
08.2007 - 07.2016
  • Conduct CRA Training forums and provide advice as and when required, telephonically to the 3 spheres of Government;
  • Monitoring and reporting of SCM information for awarded transactions in excess of R100 00 as prescribed;
  • Receive, review and analyze the submitted procurement plans;
  • Assist in the compilation and publication of quarterly procurement plans;
  • Review the application for deviation from normal procurement processes;
  • Review the application for variations / expansions / extensions of purchase order / contract;
  • Review and assess submitted condonations of irregular expenditure requests;
  • Conduct site visits to verify contractual terms and conditions;
  • Review, assess and load details on the database of prohibited suppliers after ensuring that the Accounting Officer has complied with the SCM Legal Framework;
  • Conduct Bid Committees Workshops.
  • Reasons for leaving: Organisational restructuring
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading to enhanced operational processes and team engagement.

Apprenticeship: Division: Specialist Function

National Treasury
02.2006 - 07.2007
  • Assist in the management of transversal term contracts within the Contract Management Chief Directorate
  • List and value of Projects done:
  • RT4 – Ambulance, rescue and emergency equipment;
  • RT15 – Photographic, micrographic reproduction material and video tapes;
  • RT211 – Radiographic Material; and
  • RT252 – Surgical instruments and equipment
  • Benefit Monitoring of Transversal term Contracts (Strategic Sourcing)
  • Sustainable Central Information/Knowledge Management capability for Supply Chain Management Office
  • Assisted in the Supply Chain Intelligence Project
  • Sustainable Central Information/Knowledge Management capability for Supply Chain Management Office;
  • Establishment of a Central Information / Knowledge Management function for the SCMO;
  • Support to SCMO IT systems and information databases;
  • Specialist Functions Web Portal (In line with NT IT Strategy);
  • Structured SCMO web portal;
  • Development of a SCM Research portal;
  • Reporting platform for monthly management reports
  • Reasons for leaving: Completion of the apprenticeship programme

Executive Assistant: SCM Policy

National Treasury
03.2004 - 02.2006
  • Finalise submission documentation and effect necessary changes;
  • Manage electronic document tracking system; acknowledge receipt of correspondence;
  • Manage filing system, answer and screen telephone calls;
  • Maintain Director’s diaries and manage their appointments;
  • Arrange meetings / conferences with private sector representatives upon request;
  • Prepare documentation for meetings;
  • Co-ordinate arrangements pertaining to visitors;
  • Management of SCM training database.
  • Reasons for leaving: Career growth.
  • Provided supply chain guidance to team of 15 employees.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.

Secretary

Digital Surveillance Systems
02.2002 - 03.2004
  • Answering and screening all phone calls.
  • Reasons for leaving: Career growth.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
  • Assisted in event planning and execution for company functions such as conferences, workshops, or social gatherings.
  • Facilitated inter-departmental communication to ensure all parties were informed of key updates.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Public Administration

MANCOSA
Johannesburg, South Africa
08.2025

National Diploma Public Administration (NQF 6)

Institute of Business Management (IBM)
Cape Town

High School -

Northview High School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.1999

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite: Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet navigation
  • Communication Tools: Competent in professional email correspondence and digital collaboration platforms
  • Data analysis
  • Regulatory compliance

Certification

  • National Certificate: Public Administration (NQF 5) – Institute of Business Management (2024)
  • Certificate: Ethics in Public Service – National School of Government (2024)
  • First-Line Managers Development Programme – Stellenbosch University (2024)
  • Diploma: Project Management – Varsity College (2012)

PERSONAL DETAILS

English, Sotho, Zulu, Afrikaans

References

E  Nanakan, Director (former supervisor), 079 405 4038, National Treasury

M Malatji, Deputy Director, 079 571 6287, National Treasury

U Mngoma, Deputy Director (former team member), 073 150 4426, National Treasury

Timeline

Assistant Director: Governance Monitoring and Compliance (GMC)SCM

National Treasury
07.2016 - Current

Assistant Director: SCM Norms & Standards

National Treasury
08.2007 - 07.2016

Apprenticeship: Division: Specialist Function

National Treasury
02.2006 - 07.2007

Executive Assistant: SCM Policy

National Treasury
03.2004 - 02.2006

Secretary

Digital Surveillance Systems
02.2002 - 03.2004

Advanced Diploma - Public Administration

MANCOSA

National Diploma Public Administration (NQF 6)

Institute of Business Management (IBM)

High School -

Northview High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Thabile Rosemary Khame